Bringing a dog or cat to Democratic Republic of the Congo in 2026 falls into the strict category for international pet travel. Democratic Republic of the Congo is in Africa. Pets entering Democratic Republic of the Congo face quarantine on arrival (typically 30 days).
Reviewed by Clifford Wilson, Founder of ClearToFly.pet. Compiled from official government and airline documentation. Last reviewed 2026-06-08.
Plan to present the following at check-in and on arrival:
Import permit required from DRC veterinary authorities. Quarantine possible at the port of entry for up to 30 days. Very limited veterinary infrastructure. Rabies vaccination required 30 days to 12 months before entry. Health certificate must be endorsed by government veterinary authority. Exercise extreme caution due to ongoing security concerns in some regions.
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Government pet import rules change without notice. Before booking flights, confirm requirements directly with the Democratic Republic of the Congo veterinary authority. We also recommend cross-referencing the USDA APHIS Pet Travel database for U.S.-origin pets.
Data last verified 2026-06-08 from National Authority. Country code: CD.